General Manager

Ilyas Plastic Industry is seeking a seasoned General Manager – Manufacturing & Operations to lead and manage the full spectrum of business operations at its Gujranwala facility. The successful candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in manufacturing, including production, factory operations, procurement, inventory, vendor management, costing, accounts coordination, workforce management, and overall business administration. This role demands a proactive leader who can ensure smooth daily operations, meet production targets, control costs, maintain product quality, and optimize resources while making sound business decisions aligned with company objectives.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee overall business and factory management, ensuring all departments operate according to company policies and targets.
- Manage daily manufacturing operations, including production planning, capacity utilization, manpower, and machine performance.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
- Coordinate procurement of raw materials, packaging, machinery parts, and other factory requirements, negotiating with suppliers to secure cost-effective terms.
- Maintain strong vendor and supplier relationships, conduct performance evaluations, and resolve disputes professionally.
- Collaborate closely with accounts and finance teams to monitor production costs, operational expenses, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Control manufacturing costs by analyzing raw material consumption, labor, utilities, and wastage, and implement cost-reduction initiatives without compromising quality.
- Supervise inventory and warehouse management to maintain optimum stock levels and prevent discrepancies.
- Ensure product quality standards are met by monitoring production processes, reducing defects, and implementing corrective actions.
- Lead and manage cross-functional teams including production, operations, procurement, warehouse, and support staff, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
- Coordinate with sales and management to align production schedules with customer orders and delivery commitments.
- Oversee machinery maintenance, preventive schedules, and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
- Ensure compliance with workplace safety, factory operational standards, and company policies.
- Prepare and present operational reports to senior management, highlighting trends, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
- Drive strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives to support business growth and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Management, Finance, or related field.
- 8–12+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, factory management, or industrial operations.
- Proven expertise in managing manufacturing operations, preferably within plastic manufacturing, injection molding, extrusion, packaging, or related industries.
- Strong knowledge of production processes, procurement, inventory, vendor management, costing, budgeting, and financial controls.
- Excellent negotiation, decision-making, leadership, and team management skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- An MBA or relevant Master’s degree is considered an advantage.
- Competitive monthly salary ranging from Rs200,000 to Rs300,000.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment with direct impact on operational performance and business growth.
- Hands-on leadership role with autonomy to make key operational decisions and drive continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded manufacturing professional capable of managing the entire factory operation independently. They should demonstrate strong decision-making abilities, practical manufacturing knowledge, and excellent negotiation skills. This role requires a hands-on leader who can effectively coordinate multiple departments, resolve operational challenges, and contribute to enhancing productivity, reducing costs, and increasing overall profitability. The position is based on-site in Gujranwala, Pakistan, and requires full-time commitment.